Explaining Insects 🦋 on Instagram: "The Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia), often called the Murder Hornet, is the world’s largest hornet, capable of growing up to 5 cm (2 inches) long with a wingspan of over 7.5 cm (3 inches). Known for its powerful sting and aggressive defense of its nest, it has become infamous due to its ability to wipe out entire honeybee colonies in a matter of hours. These hornets are native to Japan, China, and Southeast Asia, but sightings in recent years in North A